Asif: Ajay, did you hear, Kathak maestro Birju Maharaj passed away! The news has shaken the cinema and performing arts field especially.
Ajay: I heard. Prayers to the soul! He will be missed.
Asif: Definitely!
Ajay: Yes. He has not only taken this art of storytelling to the global audience but also left some valuable insights the future generation can take inspiration from.
Asif: Is it so?
Ajay: His astute observation and expansive imagination took an art form like Kathak from the backwoods of Uttar Pradesh to the centre stage of the world. He transformed not just the art forms repertoire but its presentation, pedagogy and lifespan as well. Everything and yet kept the essence of the art form intact.
Asif: Amazing!
Ajay: Birju Maharaj was also known for his adaptability and spontaneity. Before every act, he used to take a sneak into the audience and improvise his performance to sync with their pulse.
Asif: Wow! Hes there not just to perform but to entertain and inspire!
Ajay: Apart from people in art, theres also a lot the new age entrepreneurs can take from his life. It doesnt matter where or with what they come from. The right amount of observation, imagination, and adaption should be given. Then they will reach heights of their desire and beyond. Like how the greatness of this legendary artist resonates through centuries, they also can impact the world and generations with their big ideas.
Asif: I totally agree with you, Ajay!